Manager, University Relations

Wasserman

Manager of University Relations facilitating meaningful brand interactions with students on North American campuses. Responsible for developing relationships and managing client program executions.

Posted 5/17/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $45,000 - $50,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop a clear understanding of each client’s business, marketing goals, and program objectives, identifying how to enhance the student experience through client work
Develop solid business relationships with key campus contacts, learning the ins-and-outs of each assigned school
Partner with team members from Client Services team (Boston-based) to execute the needs of each client and provide campus-specific recommendations for marketing tactics and activations
Assist in managing client program execution, including but not limited to budget reconciliations, reporting metrics, and wrap reports, identifying learnings and future opportunities for enhancements to ensure client success
Serve as a liaison between campus contacts, program lead, and/or clients to develop and execute on-campus marketing activations that benefit both parties
Manage and coordinate execution of on-campus client activations by overseeing event planning logistics, including but not limited to: locations, contracts, invoicing, permits, etc.
Track all campus learnings and activities in Salesforce by creating, updating and maintaining accurate documentation of communications and events
Lead daily workflow of client projects to ensure timely, economic program execution
Produce client-facing reports by gathering qualitative and quantitative program data
Research higher education institutions, including campus trends, policies, procedures, event opportunities, campus contacts, etc. serving as a resource to the broader Next Gen team
Leverage university research and trends to assist in new business development, participate in agency brainstorms to help develop new, creative ways to engage Next Gen consumers, etc.
Contribute to agency culture by actively participating in building positive internal relationships and maintaining enthusiasm toward day-to-day tasks and agency passion points
Perform other duties, as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications or a related field
1-3 years of related work experience, ideally with exposure to events and experiential marketing
Ability to travel to events
Strong entrepreneurial spirit with eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
Values and respects the importance of organization and time management for effective multitasking
Customer-service focus with outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills
Creative thinker that is willing to think ‘outside of the box’ for the right solution(s)
Self-motivated with proven ability to think quickly and problem solve
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Salesforce and Asana a plus
Experience in higher education a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional Development : Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
Generous Time Off : Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
Parental Leave : We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
Retirement Plan : 401k plan including contribution matching.
Healthcare : Medical, HSA coverage options

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Hard Skills & Tools

event planningbudget reconciliationreporting metricsdata analysisprogram executionmultitaskingproblem solvingcustomer servicecreative thinkingbusiness development

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillswritten communicationoral communicationorganizational skillstime managemententrepreneurial spiritself-motivationteam collaborationadaptabilityenthusiasm

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in marketingBachelor's degree in businessBachelor's degree in communications